Nightmares 101
True
T or F there is a relationship between nightmares and physical pain
True
The impact on sleep of reducing nightmare frequency and intensity
improves
Dream content often reflect this
what happens during the day
Impact of alcohol on sleep
- can make nightmares more frequent
- increases REM
- more fragmented, less quality sleep, more waking
Stage of sleep that nightmares usually occur
REM
T or F nightmares can change
True
Emotions you feel during nightmares
fear, anxiety, irritability, worry, sadness
The impact of sleep apnea on nightmares
- untreated sleep apnea is associated with more nightmares
- sleep deprivation leads to more nightmares
- poor sleep
- news/media
- trauma triggers (sounds, smells, sights, etc.)
This emotion can make it hard sleep
anxiety
What are some ways to prepare for a good nights sleep
- relaxation
- sleep hygiene